Involvement

Academic, professional, and volunteer contributions.

Master’s Thesis (Peer-Reviewed Journal & Conference Proceeding)

Journal of the Astronautical Sciences

Platts, J., Reale, M., Marsh, J., & Urban, C. (2022). Solar flare prediction with recurrent neural networks. Journal of the Astronautical Sciences, 69, 1421-1440. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40295-022-00340-0

Keywords: Machine Learning Neural Networks Recurrent Neural Networks Space Domain Awareness Space Weather Solar Flares

Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies (AMOS)

2021 - 22nd AMOS Conference

“Solar Flare Prediction with Recurrent Neural Networks”

Presented by Jill Platts: 16 Sept 2021 · Maui, HI

Technical conference devoted to Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA), bringing together government, academia, and private sector to foster dialogue and promote collaboration.

Keywords: Machine Learning Neural Networks Recurrent Neural Networks Space Domain Awareness Space Weather Solar Flares

Professional Memberships

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Member · March 2019 - Present

Advancing technology for humanity through collaboration, research, and innovation in electrical engineering, computer science, and related fields.

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Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) & Special Interest Group on Computer-Human Interaction (SIGCHI)

Member · August 2023 - Present

Advancing computing as a science and a profession, with a focus (SIGCHI) on human-computer interaction and user experience research and innovation.


Interaction Design Foundation (IDF)

Member · September 2025 - Present

Global community advancing UX practice through research-backed courses, design literature, and professional resources.


American Astronomical Society (AAS)

Member · September 2024 - Present

Advancing astronomy, astrophysics, and related sciences, fostering collaboration and sharing of knowledge among members.


Affiliations

The Planetary Society (TPS)

Member · February 2025 - Present

Advancing space exploration and science by empowering global citizens, driving discoveries, searching for life beyond Earth, and protecting our planet from asteroid threats.


Volunteering

Solar System Ambassador

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)

January 2023 - Present

Contributes to NASA's public outreach efforts through participation in trainings and various activities, as well as the planning, organization, and execution of events aimed at engaging communities nationwide.

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